Financial Analyst

We are hiring **Project Financial Analyst **for our client in York, ON (Hamilton area).

**About our client**

Our client is Railroad Construction & Maintenance leader in the rail industry with over 40 years of experience and spanning three generations.

**Working Conditions**

The job is only from the company’s office. There is no option to work hybrid or remotely.

**Schedule**: Mon - Fri, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm or 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Full-Time, Permanent Position.

**Company location**:Hamilton, ON

**Compensation**
- $65,000 to $75,000, depending on **education and experience.**:

- 2-3 weeks vacation.

**About the role**

**Duties & Responsibilities**
- Develop and maintain project progress reporting to include the status of committed costs against approved budgets, including all financial and earned value reporting by contract and business requirements.
- Creating effective financial data analysis and risk assessment for projects
- Monitor labour cost.
- Coordinate Time & Material billings, reviewing rates and mark-ups.
- Ensure the project set up/structure supports the billing requirements, billing line set up as required.
- Supports Operations team with decision making by identifying, quantifying, and communicating financial risks and opportunities.
- Run and review productivity report.
- Generate accurate and timely draft billing for customer approval, post approved invoices, and collect overdue invoices.
- Verifying, challenging, and confirming charges to the project from contractors and vendors
- Assist with tender packages & submittals.
- Project Invoicing - unit pricing, cost to complete, fixed price.
- Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and reports for management as requested.
- General accounting & reconciliation functions.

**About you**
- You have proven 2+ years experience in finance, accounting, or analysis orientated role
- You are proficient in Sage accounting software.
- You completed or working towards CMA designation
- You have bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
- You are detail-oriented, organized, and have effective time management.
- You have ability to work well in a team environment or independently
- You are advanced in MS Office (particularly Excel).
- You are a good problem solver and communicator.
- You have strong attention to details
- You are accountable and always keep track of follow-ups or commitments.

**What we offer**:

- Competitive salary.
- Comprehensive benefits.
- Friendly, relaxed team environment.
- Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
- Opportunities for personal & professional growth
- Work-life balance values

**Duties**:

- Conduct financial analysis and reporting for the organization
- Prepare financial statements, budgets, and forecasts
- Analyze financial data and provide insights and recommendations to management
- Monitor and evaluate financial performance and identify areas for improvement
- Assist in the development of financial models and projections
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business decision-making
- Conduct market research and competitive analysis to inform financial strategies
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in financial analysis

**Experience**:

- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
- Proven experience as a Financial Analyst or similar role
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data
- Proficient in financial modeling and forecasting techniques
- Advanced knowledge of Excel and other financial software tools
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Attention to detail and accuracy in financial analysis

We offer competitive compensation packages, including benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. Join our team of dedicated professionals and contribute to our organization's success.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $65,000.00-$75,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

- York, ON N0A 1R0: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (required)

**Experience**:

- Accounting: 2 years (required)
- Cost Analyst: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person